Unless you experience this you can't imagine how hard it is to lose someone from this. God bless you for writing this song

@mr_sandman2546

3 жыл бұрын

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@sheilasansing7986

3 жыл бұрын

Make every moment count, you never know when will be the last, my mother died in July, she was gone within a day, I thought we had more time, she's in heaven with my dad now, I believe he met her and walked her inside. She's at peace now, new mind, new body.

@suzannebellows549

3 жыл бұрын

I have lost most of my family to this dreaded disease. All from early onset. I am going to be 71 and after losing 5 in my immediate family, I only have one bother left. He's a year younger than me, I may get him to sing the song I'm writing, he has a beautiful voice. So far him and I are still well.

@RyGuy42089

3 жыл бұрын

I'm experiencing this right now! I love you mom!

@marshaaustin2801

2 жыл бұрын

I'm losing my best friend this disease. 7 years into watching him disappear. This song is so spot on for the way I feel. I keep holding on. 💜

Maybe someday I’ll be able to make it through this whole song. I’ve been holding my mother’s hand through this journey for almost 7 years now. She hasn’t reached the jumping off place yet and until that time comes I cherish every moment with her. She may not know who I am but I sure know who she is! Anyone watching this video, call your mom and dad or visit if you can. As often as you can. Update Here we are three years later and my mother’s battle with Alzheimer’s ended a week ago tonight. I’m still reeling from the loss of the most important person in my life. I was able to hold her in my arms as she passed away. I brushed her hair with my fingers and sang “You are my sunshine” gently into her ear like she’s done for me my whole life. I was blessed to spend a decade being more than my mother’s protective shadow. During these years I became her best friend and that one person in her life that she could depend upon. Her fear and confusion was replaced with the comfort of knowing that she was loved, wasn’t alone and that she was protected. Thank you Jay for this song and we’ll be playing it at her celebration of life in a few days. ❤️❤️

@MariaMetallica

Жыл бұрын

You know you did the right thing, Randy...sending out a big hug for you

@lylewheeler8915

Жыл бұрын

My heart goes out to you man. when they leave us we feel lost and alone. hold on and enjoy every moment. just Hold on

@beeznhoney4323

Жыл бұрын

Prayers to everyone💔

@Officialkrypticmind

Жыл бұрын

I'm so sprry to hear about your loss. Must have been the hardest time of your life being there every step of the way for her.

@Qu33nB.

Жыл бұрын

Bless you 💜 I have dedicated my life to helping those battling this disease and I wish there were more family members like you 💜

After 8 yrs of being sole 100% disabled CAREGIVER of TWO PARENTS WITH DIFFERENT DEMENTIAS - dad just died & now I watch my precious mother dying! No1 helped! I cannot sleep, I've cried 8 yrs straight! I HATE this disease! I listen to my mom's phone msgs often! And sometimes I "see" her & she "sees" me but most days she's just disappearing! And I cry & cry & cry! God bless ALL caregivers! Others do NOT get it!😢

@dTrout-mo2rp

2 ай бұрын

I lost my Father's to Alzheimer's. I am so sorry .Prayers going up for you to give you Strength!! 🌹🙏🌹

@hydrianqueen7587

2 ай бұрын

Lost my grandma to dementia, after years of the unspoken. It's the happy memories and cherished moments that get you through.

@KareBear710

6 күн бұрын

Lost my mom that had dementia that I took care of for over 9 years & I work in a memory care facility .. 3 months earlier before i lost my mom .. I lost my brother that had schizophrenia I completely understand how you feel ~ I’m sending you prayers & many many hugs ! ❤️

my mom has Alzheimer's, I'm her health care directive and poa, shes 56, in a wheelchair in a nursing home for the rest of her life, she doesnt remember me or her grandkids, I try to do the best i can but my heart hurts, I literally have her voicemails from 3 years ago on my phone just to hear her voice from when she was still herself 💖

God lead me to you. My mom died 2 days ago after her battle with Alzheimer’s and today I picked out her casket with my 82 year old father. My parents celebrated their anniversary last week, celebrating sixty years of marriage. That was the day hospice delivered a hospital bed for my mom the enormity of the circle of life was humbling and heartbreaking at the same time. I don’t know how to live without my mom, I’ve never spent a day on this planet without her and my heart is sad. I want to play your exquisite song at my mom’s funeral on Thursday, thank you for sharing the gift of your talent and the beauty of your mom.

@lorenzoh2606

Жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry my mom is in her final stage.

@justjacki

Жыл бұрын

@@lorenzoh2606 so sorry, dementia is horrible for everyone, there are no winners....prayers your way 🫶🏻

Having a wife that is 15 years into Alzheimer's, this brought tears to my eyes. She is no longer at home, but I visit her several hours a day. God bless you, Jay.

@ThatGirl-du6qv

6 жыл бұрын

John Kline You are a good man Sir ♥️ I truly hope she comes back to you sometimes!!

@julieczorny1218

6 жыл бұрын

Bless u

@ranaebarker1443

5 жыл бұрын

John Kline my prayers for you both

@karenrodriguez5993

5 жыл бұрын

John Kline God bless you.

@toddcollett7401

5 жыл бұрын

God bless you

I love you mommy. Day 1 of resigning from my job as a front line nurse and moving back home to care for my mother. I wouldn’t want it any other way 💕🙏🏼 Mommy, let’s take this journey together and I promise you I won’t let go 💕🤝💕

@bradstrain9687

Жыл бұрын

You BOTH rock! Sending hugs with love to y'all!! 💕 (I'm going through the same thing with my Mom. She just entered Stage 7, but... that's just a number and we will still have our Little Victories each day. 🎀)

My Precious Mother was diagnosed when she was 63 years old. She Fought for 16 years when it finally took her life. Two of her Six sisters passed away from Alzheimer’s too. Thank you for all you are doing for the Alzheimer’s patients. God Bless you.

I saw you on The Voice today. Thank you so much for writing this beautiful song and for bringing attention to the fight against Alzheimers! I rushed to the Internet so that I could hear the whole song. I lost my mom from this horrible disease two years ago. It was so hard watching her lose herself more and more every day. I played your song 3 times in a row and cried the entire time 😭but I also thought about all the good memories I have of my mom. I have voicemails and videos I saved of her too! Your mom would be so proud of you! Thank you for writing this beautiful song for all of us who are caring for or have lost someone to Alzheimer’s ❤🙏

@426snn

Жыл бұрын

This made me cry

@melaniewetter4856

Жыл бұрын

I lost my dad five years ago, this year seems particularly hard. I have nothing with his voice on it and I hope to never forget eh sound of his voice. This song is amazing!

@TheGeminiMami

Жыл бұрын

I came straight here too!! Lost my grandmother in 2008 right before graduation. 💜

@lesliemosher

Жыл бұрын

What an incredibly beautiful song about a horribly sad disease. My Mom is suffering from Dementia and it is very hard to watch especially for my Dad. Thank you for writing this song. You have such a beautiful voice. God bless you.

@bencolville

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for writing this song. I’m struggling through this situation right now with my father and this song really touched my heart as I also have saved a voicemail from him that I will cherish for as long as I live!!. Thank You and God Bless You for this song 🙏

Today was my mom’s funeral & we shared your beautiful song and I will cherish it for the rest of my life, thank you😇

@renae232323

Жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my Prayers 🙏❤️

@hoii962

11 ай бұрын

❤

You probably wont read this since you wrote this a few years ago. I am sitting here crying. When you wrote this was my first stroke and my son was 15. Broke my back and neck before the stroke. wheelchair bound. Then stoke. I fought 5 years to walk again. I fought so my son didnt have to look at me and feel helpless. I started walking last year. I just had another stroke in Aug. My boy who is now a man was about to move out to start his life but he stayed to help me yet again. I am bawling hard. listening to this song I can feel the love of my son of all these years of him helping me. This stroke wasnt too bad. My mind has a hard time but my body is allowing me to keep going. Thank you for writing this.

@dTrout-mo2rp

2 ай бұрын

I read it and I'm Praying for you to stay Strong and Keep the positive thoughts .God's Got You 🌹🙏🌹🙏🌹

I’m obsessed with finding videos of my mom just to hear her talk. She was diagnosed with dementia at 63, and now has basically no vocabulary. I can relate to this song so much.

@creeksidechiro

4 жыл бұрын

I am so sorry to hear this. I can relate.

@beatricevknight5723

4 жыл бұрын

I can relate so much. My moms 64 and she has no speech anymore..

@jessicamclendon5152

4 жыл бұрын

I also can relate to this so much. my mother was 69 when she was diagnosed. Within two short years, she was basically gone. She laughed so much. But it was like that's all she knew how to do. She couldn't use her words anymore and I always questioned what could I have done different. But there is nothing. Its very hard. She passed on December 5th and everytime I hear this song I lose it.

@elliott15collins49

4 жыл бұрын

Jessica McLendon I’m really sorry to hear that 😔

@tinathibodeau6453

3 жыл бұрын

My mom has dementia it's hard to watch the change from happy to angry to sad to swearing everyday is different

My mom passed away last New Year's Eve, having Dementia and taking care of her, watching her slowly disappear isn't something I'd wish upon anyone. Being by her side til the end was difficult and I wouldn't change a thing. Miss her. Sorry for your loss.

@Qu33nB.

Жыл бұрын

So sorry for YOUR loss💜 Blessed be*✨💜✨

i interpreted this song in a COMPLETELY different way. before seeing this video i always thought this song was about addiction. having addict parents i really related on that level. music is such a powerful thing, for the reason we can all listen to the same song and relate on different levels. it is such a beautiful, touching song, regardless of the intended meaning.

@noellev4063

3 жыл бұрын

I did, too. Hope you’re doing okay. 💛

@Klambra0702

2 жыл бұрын

Me too. I have a good friend who I think has got lost in addiction and there are small moments I see her still

@kellywood354

2 жыл бұрын

@@Klambra0702 she will one day hopefully get help xx until till she’s ready for help there’s nothin u can do to help unfortunately x

@samanthamorales6055

Жыл бұрын

I read that it was about Alzheimer’s but I definitely felt it in relation to having loved ones who are addicts.

@alternativefacts506

Жыл бұрын

That's what real art does.

Saw you on the Voice, you had this 66 year old guy in tears . I miss you Mom.

Jay, saw a news spot on you singing this with your mother on stage and it brought me to tears. My father passed at the age of 59 from early onset Alzheimers when I was 18 (I'm 45 now). To this day, the worst day of my life is the day he forgot who I was when I was visiting him on my 16th birthday. Nothing prepares you for this, not really... The road ahead is going to be frustrating, and brutal and make you question every scrap of faith you have - my advice is open yourself to those who love you. Let them support you as you support them as well. And most of all, try to remember the love and adoration you mother had for you and always remember that's still in there, but the disease conceals it. All the best Jay. I wish you all the support and peace someone going through this can have. No one deserves this disease. Not the people afflicted or the loved ones who suffer through it.

@nannybeth55

5 жыл бұрын

Dann Kopko your dad must of had Lewy Body Alzheimer’s/ dementia. It’s early onset and very aggressive. My husband was young and diagnosed last Nov and passed April 27 th. It’s predominantly in men and not inherited. I’m a retired RN. They go down each time they are moved or their surroundings change. I’m so sorry for your loss.

@DreamsOfFinland

5 жыл бұрын

I have Alz and my Dad did and his mom. I don't believe your dad "forgot" you because he didn't recognize you. He forgot what you looked like older than you were in his available memory. This kind of interpretation of our ability to communicate builds walls of grief built of fake stones. Your Dad never once stopped knowing you and loving you. You misunderstood the situation. it happens all the time, even so doesn't make it true. He lives on in you now.

@maryfox6986

5 жыл бұрын

My father had Alzheimer's and a year ago today he passed away it has been had , I keep a lot in but it ,helps to read others storys.

@codysanford7894

3 жыл бұрын

My dad just passed from early onset too. Its the harddest most painful thing ive ever had to face. Im glad my dad passed because he was so miserable. Life sucks without him

@pamelabond3721

2 жыл бұрын

@beth bullock my mom has Lewy Body, and it takes your loved ones mind and leaves a person you don't know most days. Being a care taker is both rewarding, frustrating, and mentally exhausting, but if you can do it, it's worth it.

I can't stop crying! As a nurse. I see so many with dementia and Alzheimer's. Helpless.

I just lost my mom from Alzheimer's, this song touched my heart. I pray to god we find a cure one day soon. Ty for this song. Means alot to me. Cant put a price on how much this song touched my heart

Jay I lost my mother 1 year ago August 31st she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in her 50s I have videos on my phone of her watching bands play and singing and dancing with her feet to the music I watch them quite often thank you for putting out this song with tears running down my face just saw you on The Voice

Losing my Auntie to cancer only 6 months ago... watching her slipping away.... I know the blank stares. This is beautiful

I have been listening to this song for a while now. It has really hit home for me. My mother has Alzheimer’s and just had the blank stares. I am a nurse and it’s so hard to understand this terrible disease. I was sitting here tonight watching the voice and you were there singing this song. I just started bawling. I want the world to know how much your music touches our souls. I am praying for you to win this season!! May God bless you as much as you have blessed me with your music!!

@sheilabrickner3368

Жыл бұрын

Same thing here when I watched the voice last night. I had heard the song many times before and posted it on my Facebook. I'm taking care of my mom and it is so hard. Prayers for you my dear

I just listened to this song today. Everything in it is so true. I have taken care of my Aunt that has Alzheimer's. I lived with her for 5 years watching the it steal her from me. Hardest thing I have ever been through, but learned a lot and I would chose this path again if I had to. She is now in Skilled nursing facility because her care became to much for me. She is unable to walk or eat on her own, or even have a conversation with me. But when I sit and hold her hand she smiles. When I play her favorite music she smiles. I know she is still in there. This song touched me.

I’ve been caring for my husband who has cognitive impairment from MS since 2008, even as I fight for my own life against a rare form of leukemia which required a bone marrow transplant. During my recovery we were told that he now has dementia- Alzheimer’s. He disappeared into the darkness of our neighborhood at midnight last night, requiring me to search between the homes with my flashlight and high beams. So many small things I’ve seen slip away. This was by far the most frightened I’ve been. Thank you for this song…. I needed to let some of the pain out❤

My 53 year old mum was diagnosed at age 50 and is now in full time care with no capacity. You’ll never truly know the heartbreak until you experience this disease in a Loved one. Grieving daily 💔

Just saw you on The Voice and had to say thank you for this incredible song. My Mom has Alzheimer’s and I am floored at the way you were able to capture just how painful it is to watch someone you love slowly slip through the cracks of their own mind. What a jewel you are. Best of luck on The Voice and with your career!

@janeyue7491

Жыл бұрын

I actually curious if he were to sing this song for his blind audition, how many chairs would be turned?

This man is amazing, He sang this song at the Toledo Ohio 2019 Alzheimer's Walk yesterday! Amazing voice!

Even if they don't remember you....you remember them. That keeps them there, in your heart....always.

My mother passed away 7 months ago on February, it was the saddest experience in my life, I never thought my mother would go through that, she was 93 years old and she had Alzheimer and demencia the last 3 years , it was so painful for me seeing her suffering and at the same time seeing how every day it wasn’t her anymore, I thank God for the years I had her, and now only God and my family have helped me to keep on with my life, it was impossible to hold my tears when I heard this song because I know how you’re feeling , so sorry for your loss , beautiful song may God bless you and strengthen you always 🙏🏻🤍🕊

Man! My grandpa is in the final stage of Alzheimer’s and I’ve never related to something more! Thank you!

@hankbraden9452

6 жыл бұрын

Catherine God Bless and I too can relate. My Grandfather passed from it and was diagnosed by Dr Hausknecht, the Amazing Doctor recently murdered in Houston. Best wishes....

Everyone needs to make sure to READ the script under 'show more' the heart of this song is in his words. Please share with everyone, especially those affected by this terrible disease.

Jay, your song is beautiful. My husband lost his battle to Alzheimers this past December 19. At that time I listened to Remember Me by Chris Mann and Bill Withers song, Lean on Me. I remember those blank stares....I have a few words of wisdom, since I’ve been there. My dear husband lived with this disease for 10 years. I miss him every day. Now, wisdom...let Mom have her disease. Enter her world...remember to smile. Such a simple gesture normally becomes really hard, but try. Why? It’s a universal language learned when we were just babies. A smile lets her know you are a friendly, trustful person, which she needs so much. Music also brought my husband back, better than any medicine and positive affects lasted longer. How wonderful that you are a musician. Keep sharing that. Finally, be kinder than you feel. When this disease is ripping apart you’re lives as you knew it. Create a new happy place with mom. And most importantly take care of yourself. This disease will try to take you too. My positive thoughts and prayers go out to you and those affected and fighting this dreadful disease.

@HRMtheQueen

2 жыл бұрын

So beautifully said! Thank you. My dad had Alzheimer's due to his exposure to Agent Orange.

My dad was diagnosed with the onset of dementia at 72 he had to stop driving cause got lost a few times and at times calls me my sisters name but remind him who I am he says, “I know”, he tells the same stories , I listen to them as if I haven’t heard them not wanting to take his gun memories away but I know the day is coming when I hope he still knows me. god bless you such a beautiful song,& I know you are going to win the voice.

I saw you on the voice today. My sister, my brother and I all take care of my mom who has been slipping away day by day to Alzheimer’s for the past 6 years. It rips my heart out. Thank you for this song. I cried the whole way threw it because it is exactly how I feel.

I was watching the first recording of The voice tonight and your performance was fantastic yet it broke my heart. I am currently going through testing for my memory loss. And the one thing I hate worse than losing who I am is for my loved ones to feel me slipping away from them. God bless you to never loose the love you have inside your heart and soul. May God bless us all to be more loving and understanding.

My mum passed away Easter Sunday this year with demaita and alzheimer's I prayed every day to have my mum to be here one more day its the hardest thing u will ever see one min she will eat then next she stop n stop walking I carry her from her seat to her bed wish she always be in its heartbroken 💔 to see 😢💧😭

This song sounds so much about how I felt about my Mom. She passed July 27th 2022. I was her caregiver for 10 years. My feelings are still raw and when I heard this, means the world to me. Thank You for sharing this.

I just heard this on the voice. What an incredible song. Your mother was very lucky to have such a loving son.

A beautiful song sang to perfection about a cause so many of us can relate to!

😭My Mom....it was so hard seeing her disappear 😢 I'm glad that she is resting easy now.

Omg. I haven't even been able to listen to it in its entirety. My mom... she isn't there yet. But what is to come, leaves me afraid and I question my strength. She is my everything. I actually work in Adult Behavioral Health in Texas, but I can't find what I am looking for in the lines of resources or home companion that I know exist. Or even a good faith based book, for my father. For the 1st time in my 48 years, heard him say he was angry with God. I wasnt sure i knew the right thing to say.. tears streaming... so, Thank you THANK YOU for sharing such a beautiful talent and ability to touch the world with your words . Don't ever stop! You will inspire nations, with me cheering along. If anyone would like to share resource. Let do it! Again, thank you. I can't wait to share this with ALL I know. Stay well. Be blessed!

My nan suffered with altzimers and my grandad had vascular dementia, this song breaks my heart. My heart goes out to anyone suffering or watching your close ones with this disease. The lyrics bring everything to the surface . One amazing song x

Thank you jay for writing this song, my Nan has suffered with Alzheimer’s for many years now, she has now reached the final stage, the helpless feeling is unbearable, this song has brought my family some comfort. Thank you

Listened to this right after binging the entirety of Everywhere At the End of Time. It was the most powerful moment of my entire life.

Hello there my girlfriend introduced me to you I do enjoy country music I enjoy hearing about you it’s a really touchy story number one you believe in Jesus I like that you’re very popular and this song about your mommy It broke my HEART ❤️ best wishes to you and your beautiful girlfriend excellent career you can’t do it without the love of Jesus more power to YOU 🎤 JAY

God Bless Jay Allen.My mom also suffers from Alzheimers.I live with her and everyday watch her get worse.💕

Sorry to hear you're going through this, Jason. I remember your mom taking me to church when we lived in Stout, as well as her always going to your games and events to support you. I don't know the struggle of Alzheimer's, but this song reminds me of how I felt when someone I love struggled with addiction. Keep up the great work - I'm sure your mom is proud of the man you've become.

@KayCErb

6 жыл бұрын

This song hit me in the heart, it relates to any illness. Watching a loveone slip away is a horrible position we all find ourselves in. This song reminds us to love everyday and let the people in our lives know what they mean to us. Prayer and fighting for research by donating what we can. If people would just send $5 can you imagine. I think people think that if they cant make a big contribution the little one cant help, you dont have to be wealthy to make a difference.

I'm sitting at the hospital right now with my Mother who has been battling Alzhiemers. I signed paperwork earlier today. The paperwork is placing her in comfort care. I pray that God will grant her peace and comfort and that he will welcome her home to heaven.

Dementia is horrible .....lost our father to it....somehow he made it to his 80s 1930 - 2014. He didn't remember that our mother - his wife - lost her battle to stage 4 colon cancer ...and he kept waiting for her to come home.....it's so sad ....Have their voices on the answering machine......just to hear their voices...Condolences, Jay, and to everyone who lost a loved one to this...

Such powerful words! Straight from the heart...hard to listen to and tear up. Thank you Jay Allen.

Please god give him strength as he goes through this journey. I lost an aunt to the horror. It will tear your soul in two. Your heart will break. You will question the why of everything. Keep the memories in you. It will be a hard rough journey. I honestly wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy!!

We are walking this path with my mother inlaw who is my greatest mentor and friend. I pray for all of you who have, are or will walk this path.

thank you so much for sharing your song about your mom it broke my heart because I just lost my mother last week to the nasty disease and we have been having a hard time your song gives me hope for others with the disease I wish my mother could've heard this song we are currently struggling to get her cremated because my dad didn't have the money due to being on disability himself from being shot 28 years ago and none of her family has helped when she was alive or now but u give me hope and I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart

God Bless you. Tears stream as my Daddy is going through this , I see his blank stares and frequently refer to his look as blank. I've just heard this song today. Thanks for putting this in the world.

@lylewheeler8915

Жыл бұрын

same 😥😥😥

I haven’t heard this song in so long but it’s so beautiful and I love how he wrote this song for his mom ❤️❤️

Bob, a loving husband, dad and grandpa is now rapidly disappearing deeper into Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). We are losing him, only very short awareness of us and his life. He was so vibrant and loving for over 61 years. It is a very long and painful farewell. We are grateful and thank you for your beautiful song.

I just found out my mom has Dementia ad as much as i loved this song before it means even more now. I've taken care of people with memory loss and i know the road we'll be traveling. I just pray I'm strong enough for both of us.

My mother suffers Alzheimer too... She still remember me and sometimes she would tell me much more than she can... But I understand her. I miss her in my present and in my future. She was so strong and now... Sometimes I ask to myself how I can improve her life and the sole thing I can give is love. With your song I don't feel alone. (Sorry for my bad english). Hug

Heard this on the radio on my way home and definitely got choked up. I can relate to the beginning and listening to the voicemail of someone that has passed. ❤

@AmericanAntlerHunter

6 жыл бұрын

Tierra Koch hang in there its tough I know.

This is a beautiful song. My Mom has Alzeimer's and I thank the good Lord she is still here.

He is going to win the voice.♥️♥️♥️

Oh my goodness Jason. I can't stop crying! This is such a beautiful, emotional song. Huge hugs and lots love hun!!

Beautifully written and sung! Alzheimer's is a terrible disease 😥

@DreamsOfFinland

5 жыл бұрын

cbd oil restores some function

@mxkids9749

4 жыл бұрын

FinnishMasseuse amen. !

@JourneyInTheCity

Жыл бұрын

@@DreamsOfFinland don’t ever spew such a disgusting lie.

@DreamsOfFinland

Жыл бұрын

@@JourneyInTheCity what are you talking about?

@JourneyInTheCity

Жыл бұрын

@@DreamsOfFinland CBD oil does not restore any function with this disease.

Thank You Jay Allen for this beautiful song and video, helps many people. I lost my Soul Mate, my Husband to alzheimer. Lived the disease from the beginning to the end, and he knew before the doctors did. Took 3 visits to test before they confirmed what he already knew. So I know and have lived with every step that takes them through too, as I am sure you know too. So Huge THANK YOU, for making us feel we are not alone walking through that journey, wish I had this Beautiful song back then and love it and you are an Amazing Artist Mr..Again Huge Thank YOU!!.

Love this song. First heard it when it came out. We just put him in a home because he had dimentia. Song made me cry every time. He died last month because of it and covid. Thank you very meaningful

Just lost my Mom to this horrible disease a few days ago. Thank you Jay Allen for writing this beautiful song. Good luck on The Voice and thank you for bring awareness to Alzheimer's.

Absolutely an amazing song. My one grandpa had Alzheimer’s when I was young. I now am a nurse and work with Dementia and Alzheimer’s daily. My grandma is in early stages currently and this song hit a real nerve. I feel she has a blank stare now and is so quiet. It is absolute breaking my heart I just want to visit with her like we used to. Now she is quiet and only talks short answers when she is asked questions. Thank you so much for this song it is how I feel right now 💕

My sweet grandma is starting to loose her battle with dementia I don’t know what I’ll do without her

My husband was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer's last year at age 62, and I had to put him in memory care in January. We just got married in 2019. Watching a parent is difficult but when it's your spouse....your partner, your future, your everything......😢

I just saw you on the voice and I am so touched by this song. My mother in law got diagnosed with early Alzheimer’s a few years ago. When I heard this the tears just started flowing. What a beautiful song and you have an amazing voice. Definitely touched my soul thank you ❤

This touch my heart! This is how I feel every day watching my mother slip away.

11-30-23 5:09pm central Going to lay the man that raised me from 3 years old. Love you Bonus Dad Thank you Jay for this beautiful song. Both my dads fought this battle 5 years apart. This song was played at my dad’s funeral and will played tomorrow at bonus Dads funeral 😢😢😢 Prayers going UP for all Families living and dealing with this disease. The Pain is real.

My Gram passed away in July due to Alzheimers. I moved out of state just as she was getting worse, and the last time I went to visit her, I knew it was going to be the last time. It was the hardest visit I ever had to do. About 3 weeks later she was gone. Thank you for this song and the awareness you are bringing.

Thank you for this song. It’s touches my heart! My siblings and I are going through this with our mother. She is in a home and we can’t visit with her because of COVID-19. I pray every day that we can see her soon. I’m worried she will forget me.

@sheilabrickner3368

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After covid and they started opening up things I started visiting my mother in assisted living. She almost died in there she was in a h*** of a shape when I finally seen her, and she was paying out of pocket not that it matters.. They were stealing thousands thousands of dollars out of her account each month. I have her with me now for a year and she is thriving and has gained weight . Now physically she is Pretty good. The mental not so much. Nursing homes and assisted living are such evil places. It's very sad

You have NO CLUE… how much this song just touched my heart… sir, thank YOU💞

This song means so much to me but I love it and hate it at the same time. I love it because it reminds me of my wonderful, beautiful, loving, caring and generous mother but I hate it because it reminds me of this horrible insidious disease that robbed us and so many other people of their most treasured loved ones. It is such a disgusting way to steal someone’s dignity and their worth. My beautiful mum Deirdre sadly succumbed to Alzheimer’s earlier this year and let me say, hand on heart, that until you lose the most important, closet and relevant person in your life, you will never know true pain. I loved her so much, more than imaginable, and whilst we “lost her” a number of years ago in mind and her spirit, the pain is so much more agonising when you lose them physically too. It’s a pain I hope to never experience again. So thank you Jay for sharing such a personal song and personal experience with your mum through your music. You may never know quite how much it means to us mate, so thank you. Thank you on behalf of all those who have lost someone, are in the midst of losing someone or in the future losing someone to this terrible, horrible and tragic disease. Surely there is enough funds globally to find a cure or a better treatment for those enduring this horrible disease, forget war or who is bigger and better, just put your hearts and minds together and find a cure, like yesterday. Hearts out to you all from Sydney, Australia ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Until you experience a loved one who is fighting this dreaded disease, you have no idea of the pain watching someone's life slowly be taken from them. Jay thank you for sharing this beautiful song and trying to make the public more aware of Alzheimer's GOD BLESS the caregivers, family members, neighbors and friends who care for someone suffering from this disease. Your journey is not alone.

@nunyabidnazz2311

2 жыл бұрын

God bless you Roger! You nailed it buddy! You most certainly cannot understand until you’re witnessing it, day in and day out. This is such an amazing song! Great comment! Thanks Roger! I’m sorry for everything you’ve gone through, and I pray that you’re doing alright. ♥️ God bless you and your family.

I saw you sing some of this on the voice and I cried every time I’ve played it. Only a person who goes thru this can truly understand what it feels like. Thank you for bringing awareness to what it feels like for both the person and the caretakers who have to witness it and feel it. ❤

Fantastic tribute song! You're already a winner for making this heard by millions tonight. Thank you for capturing the feeling behind this disease and being an advocate for funding Alzheimer's research.

“The Voice” got me here ! 😢❤❤❤❤. I lost my mom too many years ago( I can feel your pain brother ). I wish you win “The Voice” I wish you peace and love ❤️

My dad died about 10 years ago. We lost him to full altimerzers. My mother followed him to heaven 2 years ago. I miss and love them both very much. I love the song very much. It's exactly how I feel.

My grandma had this horrible disease and I know what you went through it is a horrible to see a loved one go through it. And the family. This is the first time hearing this song. It is amazing.

Beautiful song. Anyone who has experienced a loved one going through this can appreciate this song. Amazing voice as well.

Lost Mom this past September. Dad and I could not visit her since March. She deteriorated without our interaction 6 days a week. We only saw her 2 times during the shutdown as I insisted they send her out for a CT for 2 falls she had. She still smiled when she saw us at the hospital although she didn't know who we were. The shutdown shaved (with a cruel double edged sword) at least 8 months from Mom's life. Glad I have audio and video of Mom when she was younger and lucid.

I can't tell you how many times I cry to this. Granny I'll always remember you for who you were not who your becoming from this disease

I just saw you on the voice like 10 minutes ago I heard a little bit of this song and instantly looked this up my grandmother who passed and my dad both has Alzheimer's its extremely hard to lose anyone this way it's a very cruel slow eraser of my dad and who he was.... this song I can feel in my soul I'm very sorry for your loss . this is a beautiful song ! I didn't make it a minute without crying... sometimes pain can be a good thing to let out , songs have always been a great released for me and I'm sure I'll be listing to this song and you for a very long time ! I hope you win the voice I'll definitely be routing for you ! 💯

Beautiful. This song says it all for those of us who have suffered from loving someone with dementia. You're an amazing singer and songwriter. Thank you.

@hhrtwo

5 жыл бұрын

Lost my beautiful wife 34 days ago...I am lost...This song says it all about her...Blank stares at the last stage...

Lost my mom to Alzheimer's in 2017. She was such a guiding force in my life that I now find myself struggling to move forward. She was my sounding board and sometimes my backbone. So I'm thankful that you have used your grief in such a positive way and have voiced in song what many of us feel. God bless you and I will continue to pray for your life to be filled with joy and sweet memories that help to ease your pain.

I lost my mom to bulbar ALS which takes the ability to speak first. I can so relate to this song. Your lyrics have affected me in a way that I didn't think existed anymore. Thank you for sharing your heart.

Brings tears to my eyes, feeling your pain. Excellent song, and video! Blessings!

This is a beautiful song, beautiful tribute to your mom Jay, thank you for sharing it with the world. It’s very touching.

No one has ever told stories like Grandpa did. The hardest thing I went through in 4th grade was losing him for the last time in the blank stares a shell of who he was. Alzheimer's is not a forgiving disease on those suffering through it and those affected by watching a love one fade and then not remember your name. 💜

Just ran across this on TikTok this morning while getting ready for work. Two years ago in March I lost my mother due to complications from Alzheimer's. Her body gave out then, but we started losing her in 2011. It wasn't long until we were faced with the blank stares. I would give anything to go back but of course we can't do that. God bless you, young man. I don't know where you are in this journey now. Thank you.

Driving down to my Mom's over an hour away...heard you this morning on Serious with Stormy....no BACK UP and drove down to exactly what you are singing about. I took her out to lunch and for 3 hrs had at least 2-1/2 hours of lucid minutes. Those are what we wait/hope/keep alive for. Just interesting that I heard you for first time today, then U Tubed you to all my family and then about 30 friends as we are all going through this in different degrees. Thanks Jay and if you ever come up to Boots and Hearts in Ontario you have an honorary place at our home. With Thoughtful Thoughts...for your Mom & mine.

This really hit home. I watched my grandparents both go through this and now I'm watching my daddy go through this. This is a beautiful song. Thank you for writing a song that so many can relate to❤❤

My husband of 30 years just left this morning to visit his mother, a two-hour drive away. My beautiful mother-in-law has been on a downward spiral of dementia for a handful of years and the blank stares are coming more frequently. She can no longer talk and a few years ago the telephone calls were of a woman's voice garbled with unintelligible language. The phone calls no longer occur. She responds now to sincere smiles of warmth and gentleness. My husband's worst fear is the day she no longer recognizes who he is. She is still capable of tuning in and out for now. He is suffering terribly and is having a difficult time processing his emotions. I will play him your song, Jay. Music accesses different parts of ourselves and I hope that by hearing this song, he can feel some of his feelings. I wouldn't wish this disease on any one or any family. I pray that more research can bring forth solid answers to either reverse or at least lessen the progression. Thank you for this heart-touching song. God bless you and your mom, Jay. Her love for her son is untouchable, timeless and eternal.

Saw you on the Voice and your music is amazing! I lost my mom last year and this song made me cry. I saved the last voicemail my mom left me wishing me a Happy Birthday for the last time. I thought I was the only one that did that. Love this song ❤️

WOW..... I'm dealing with this with my mom right now me and my sister lost our dad 1 year and 6 months ago and my mother's falling to pieces what a song man.

Just beautiful. Have lived your pain. Blessings.

I took care of my great grandma while she battled alzheimers until her last breath. This is one of the best songs I've ever heard

I lost my Mom to AZ in 2016. This is exactly what it’s like. Thank you for your beautiful words.